Best 7 Loaded Cheeseburger Macaroni Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight that harmonizes the classic flavors of cheeseburgers and the comforting goodness of macaroni. This delectable dish, known as Loaded Cheeseburger Macaroni, is a symphony of savory and cheesy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a flavor journey as we delve into the intricacies of this recipe, which promises a feast for both your palate and your soul.

Loaded Cheeseburger Macaroni is an ingenious creation that captures the essence of a juicy cheeseburger, expertly blended into a creamy, cheesy macaroni dish. Each bite is a harmonious fusion of flavors, featuring perfectly seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, tangy pickles, crisp bacon, and a secret ingredient that adds an unexpected depth of flavor. The recipe also includes variations to suit diverse preferences, such as a vegetarian option with meatless crumbles and a spicy rendition with jalapeños and cayenne pepper. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

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VELVEETA® CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Get our VELVEETA® Cheeseburger Macaroni done in a flash. This cheeseburger macaroni will be a hit with your kids, making you a dinnertime superhero!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. lean ground beef
2-3/4 cups water
1/3 cup HEINZ Tomato Ketchup
1 tsp. onion powder
2 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
1/2 lb. (8 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain.
  • Add water, ketchup and onion powder; mix well. Bring to boil. Stir in macaroni; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 8 to 10 min. or until macaroni is tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in VELVEETA; cook until melted, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 840 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 26 g

BACON CHEESEBURGER MAC AND CHEESE



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If the family can't agree on what to eat for dinner, why not combine these two family meal classics in one hearty and satisfying dish?

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (1 lb) small pasta shells
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups milk
3 cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (12 oz)
4 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
2 plum (Roma) tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups frozen potato nuggets
Shredded or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In Dutch oven or 3-quart saucepan, cook and drain pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time; return to Dutch oven.
  • Meanwhile, in large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender and beef is thoroughly cooked. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper. Remove from heat; stir in ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Cover to keep warm.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour with whisk. Gradually add milk. Heat to simmering; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; stir in Cheddar cheese and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Pour cheese sauce over pasta in Dutch oven; stir to coat.
  • Spoon pasta mixture into casserole. Top with beef mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Arrange tomatoes and potato nuggets on top.
  • Bake uncovered 15 minutes or until potatoes are crisp. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

LOADED CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3/4 cup hot water
2 cups milk
1 box Hamburger Helper™ cheeseburger macaroni
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, brown beef, onion and garlic over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in hot water, milk, sauce mix and uncooked pasta (from Hamburger Helper box), tomatoes, relish and mustard. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 960 mg, Sugar 10 g, TransFat 1/2 g

ONE-POT CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Nostalgic for the boxed cheeseburger macaroni dinner from your childhood? Then whip up this homemade version of Hamburger Helper that's just as satisfying as the classic. The recipe is super quick and budget-friendly, leaning on pantry ingredients you probably already have on hand. We use shredded Cheddar to make the dish extra cheesy and finish with chopped parsley for a fresh bite. Perhaps best of all: Everything cooks in one pot, even the pasta!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound ground beef, 80/20
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
5 cups low-sodium chicken stock or broth
10 ounces elbow macaroni
2 cups shredded Cheddar, about 8 ounces
4 ounces cream cheese
1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves and tender stems, chopped, plus more for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened 6 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chili powder, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper and stir to combine. Add the beef and break it up into small pieces with a large spoon; cook, stirring occasionally, until beef is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and Dijon until combined. Pour in the chicken stock and 1 teaspoon salt, stir to combine and bring to a boil, 6 to 7 minutes. Add the elbow macaroni and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the pasta is al dente, 9 to 11 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the Cheddar and cream cheese until smooth. Fold in the parsley. Garnish with more parsley, if desired.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

LOADED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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This macaroni and cheese is loaded with lots of cheese and real butter. It's not for the diet conscious. Everything in moderation, they say. Recipe is from Taste of the South.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked according to package directions and hot
1 cup butter
2 (8 ounce) packages sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 (12 ounce) cans evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 (8 ounce) package mild cheddar cheese, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Lightly grease a 13x9x2-inch baking dish; set aside.
  • In large bowl, combine macaroni, butter and shredded Cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
  • Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, combine eggs, evaporated milk, salt and pepper.
  • Pour mixture over macaroni, stirring to combine.
  • Cover with sliced Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until cheese is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.2, Fat 40.7, SaturatedFat 24.9, Cholesterol 187.2, Sodium 643.4, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 25.5

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI SKILLET



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This is the ultimate simple and fulfilling dinner that uses items I typically have in my cupboard. It's so easy to prepare and cooking all in one skillet makes it a snap for clean up. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
8 ounces uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
3 cups reduced-sodium beef broth
3/4 cup fat-free milk
3 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Montreal steak seasoning
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Minced chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain., Stir in macaroni, broth, milk, ketchup, steak seasoning, mustard and onion powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEESEBURGER MACARONI



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Our family of four loves this creamy and cheesy casserole so much that we have few leftovers. It's a delicious quick meal for those busy days on the farm.-Carol Buckman, Colony, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups elbow macaroni, cooked and drained
1 cup shredded process cheese (Velveeta)
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. In a bowl, combine soups, milk, basil and pepper; mix well. Stir in beef mixture. Fold in macaroni and cheese. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 846mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

- Choose high-quality ground beef for the best flavor. Look for beef with a fat content of 80% or higher. - Use a combination of cheeses for a more complex flavor. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices. - Don't overcook the macaroni. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. - Add your favorite toppings to the loaded cheeseburger macaroni. Some good options include bacon, crumbled hamburger patties or hot dogs, diced tomatoes, and sliced pickles. - Serve the loaded cheeseburger macaroni immediately, while it's still hot and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Loaded cheeseburger macaroni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. It's sure to be a hit with people of all ages. With its combination of ground beef, macaroni, cheese, and your favorite toppings, it's a meal that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's sure to please everyone, give loaded cheeseburger macaroni a try.

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